The Essential Text for Students Considering a Career in Nutrition and DieteticsThe Profession of Dietetics: A Team Approach offers students a complete toolbox of resources for beginning a career in nutrition and dietetics. The text#146;s student-centered approach focuses on concrete steps for navigating the highly competitive and often complex steps to personal and professional success in the field. The Profession of Dietetics includes a comprehensive history of the profession, a thorough examination of credentialing and educational requirements, and an analysis of the profession#146;s future. This revised and updated edition includes new sections on distance internships and Individualized Supervised Practice Programs as well as updated information on environmental changes and trends.Key features include:Profiles of real-life nutrition and dietetics professionals who are making a difference in the fieldAn emphasis on teamwork and a team-centered approachExtensive practical information on portfolios, resumes, interviewing skills, and transitioning from student to professionalVivid photos and graphics that bring the text to lifeSuggested activities at the end of every chapter allow students to explore topics further and pursue self-directed studySuccinct, user-friendly approachList of web-based resources for further study